Manager, Practical Experience(Temporary Full-Time)

Come work with us!

Are you a CPA and have a passion for change management? If so, keep reading!

The Manager, Practical Experience role is responsible for supporting the transition of the CPA Professional Program by developing and implementing policies, processes, and resources aligned with new program requirements, with a particular focus on employers and mentors. The role also plays a key part in ensuring effective change management throughout the transition.

As the CPA Professional Program undergoes significant changes, this two-year temporary position will be dedicated to supporting the implementation and successful adoption of the new program framework. The position oversees two direct reports and reports directly to the Director, Practical Experience.

CPA Alberta has offices in Edmonton and Calgary and provides hybrid Telecommuting opportunities (working from home a maximum of 3 days a week).

Further information on the benefits of working with CPA Alberta can be found on our website here.

What you bring

• CPA designation along with at least 4 years of post-designation experience.


• Two years of people management or supervisory experience.


• Demonstrated experience in change management.


• Proven ability to plan, organize, and execute projects according to established business plans.


• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.


• Excellent written and verbal communication, and presentation skills.


• Ability to explain and demonstrate technical knowledge and application in a practical manner.


• Work well under pressure, manage multiple tasks and priorities and meet deadlines.


• Ability to work within a team and independently.


• Familiarity with the CPA Practical Experience Requirements and Preapproved Program Route programs is an asset.

What you will be doing

• Assist with the development of policies and processes to support the new program requirements and overall strategy of the Practical Experience team.


• Develop the transition and communication approach for employers and mentors.


• Support the rollout of the new experience portal.


• Collaborate with Student Recruitment and Employer Relations to ensure consistent transition management.


• Support the Manager, Pre-approved Programs in employer evaluations.


• Support the department in candidate transition evaluations.


• Develop mentor processes and resources for the new program.


• In collaboration with the other managers, address any practical experience matters that are escalated by the practical experience team, consulting with the Associate Director or Director as appropriate.


•  Responsible for the content launch of the new experience component on the CPA Alberta website.


• Develop change management strategies and best practices for the:
  
  
  
  • Office of the Registrar and PGA Application.
  
  
  • Experience reporting function for external users to ensure positive engagement.
  
  
  
  


• Support process changes and improvements as they relate to PGA changes, including supporting staff.


• Support other departments with other change management needs as required.

Why CPA Alberta

CPA Alberta is the professional regulatory organization representing Alberta’s more than 30,000 Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs). Alberta’s CPAs are among the more than 220,000 Canadian CPAs who provide financial and management expertise across the country and around the world, at every level and in every sector. CPA Alberta’s legislated mandate is to protect the interest of the public, protect the integrity of the profession, promote and increase the competence of Alberta CPAs, and regulate the conduct of Alberta CPAs.

We’d love to hear from you

If you have competency in:

• Values & Ethics


• Teamwork & Adaptability 


• Organizational Awareness 


• Communication 


• Results Management 


• Risk Management 


• Strategic Thinking 


• Team Leadership 

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification shown, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Working Specifications

• Fast paced work environment.


• Some travel may be required.


• Occasional work outside of regular working hours may be required.


• This position can be in either Calgary or Edmonton.

CPA Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest and advises that we will contact only those selected for an interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

In its commitment to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce, CPA Alberta welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We encourage members of equity groups (women, Black, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2S+); and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of the organization to apply.

Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.